Rochester Turkey Trot 5K
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About the race
The Rochester Turkey Trot 5K is a Thanksgiving morning running event held in Rochester, MN. The event uses Soldier’s Memorial Field Park West Shelter as the start and finish area and the 5K course runs entirely on paved trail. The event is chip timed and includes a Kids Dash. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and overall.
Age divisions begin at 10 and under and extend through 70 and older. The published course time limit for the 5K is 1 hour 20 minutes. Event record times listed are 15:24 for men and 19:42 for women. Finish line amenities include Darlin’ donuts.
Event gear options are a classic t shirt or an upgraded thin tec soft polyester pullover. All water stations provide water. There is no gear check on site.
Strollers are permitted for walkers and joggers only and must start at the back of the corral; dogs are not allowed. Headphones and personal audio devices are permitted but not recommended. The race supports Red Drop Resources, which assists people affected by blood cancers who are receiving care in Rochester. Packet pick up is not available on event day; packets may be mailed for a fee or picked up at pre race locations.
The race participates in the nationwide Thankful Turkey national leaderboard and offers a virtual run option with participant gear mailed before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
